Decongestants no good for kids' colds, study finds. A study published in the medical journal BMJ finds little evidence that decongestants help children's cold symptoms, and they may have serious side effects. >>

Horror movie director Bryan Bertino cuts loose from Los Feliz Midcentury. Horror director-producer-writer Bryan Bertino has cut a deal for his Los Feliz home, selling the Midcentury spot for $1.4 million, or $75,000 over the asking price. Bertino bought the property for $1.03 million in 2009, records show. At that time, he was a year removed from when his directorial... >>

How to register to vote in the November 6 midterm elections. How to get registered for the November 6 midterm elections. >>

It really is a small, small world | Nikon's Small World microscopic photography competition. Photos: A deep dive into what the human eye cannot see and the microscope can, the photomicrography competition celebrates hidden beauty. >>

Russia’s launch failures affect manned, unmanned spacecraft. The failed launch of two astronauts to the International Space Station on Thursday was the first launch accident for Russia’s manned-space program in 35 years >>

Seniors arrested during drug raid at West End apartment. Three people, including a 74-year-old woman, were taken into custody during a drug bust on Harwood Street. >>

Smashmouth cancels Kitchener show. Rock band Smashmouth announced Thursday that they would not be playing in Kitchener. >>

Social Security cost-of-living adjustment will raise benefits 2.8% in 2019. Social Security beneficiaries will net their largest COLA in seven years beginning in January when rates are set to increase by 2.8%. >>

Video: 32-Legged robot moves with amoeba-like fluidity. 'Mochibot', the 32-legged spherical robot is able to move with an amoeba-like fluidity and was developed by a team comprising of people from Keio University and University of Tokuo >>

WATCH: Stunning fall foliage, Day of the Girl Child, swans on a lake: World in Photos. Here's a look at the top photos from around the globe. >>

Will oil shares rise as the price of a barrel climbs?. The oil price has risen sharply to $80 after hitting lows of around $30 a barrel in 2016. At that time oil companies slashed costs, so will they now profit? >>